Youth Mission Team aims to facilitate the faithand character development of Australian teenagers.
OBJECTIVES
1. FAITH DEVELOPMENT
To inspire and support Australian teenagers in the development of a heartfelt and passionate faith in God that is relevant to their daily lives and becomes a secure foundation for life.
Faith that is built on:
Intimate, friendship with Jesus
Bringing God into everyday, real life situations
Committed personal prayer life
Knowledge of the Word of God
Spiritual mentoring & role models
Active participation in Church
Faith that leads to:
Fulfilling our God given life purpose
Active participation & the strengthening of the Church
Eternity in heaven for us and those we inspire
2.CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
To inspire and support Australian teenagers in the development of the following character traits, life skills & outcomes:
High self esteem
Integrity
Perseverance
Discipline
Self control
Humility
Care & Compassion
Freedom
Doing your best
Honesty & Trustworthiness
Respect
Responsibility
Understanding, Tolerance & Inclusion
Leadership skills
Effective listening
Conflict resolution
Relationship skills
Career/life direction
Decision Making
Fulfilment of potential
To provide programs that assist in the prevention of:
Bullying
Drug addiction
Alcohol abuse
Depression
Suicide
Self harm
Eating disorders, such as anorexia
Pre-marital sex
Crime
Relationship breakdown especially in family & parent/child relationships
